WAEC Government 2010 Question 25

Question 25

Legislature

The most important function of the Upper House in a federation is to

  1. A.serve as the highest court of the land.
  2. B.ensure equal representation of the component units.
  3. C.provide a place for retired politicians in the legislature.
  4. D.invite politicians for questioning.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (ensure equal representation of the component units.)

Explanation

The upper house (e.g. Nigeria's Senate) gives each state equal representation.